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Director of Compliance M&A IntegrationAs the CBRE Director of Compliance M&A Integration, you will lead end to end compliance across the mergers and acquisitions lifecycle, with a strong focus on developing integration strategies, building budget models, and enhancing the Compliance M&A program. This role ensures that acquired entities are effectively aligned with CBRE's compliance framework, by driving uniform, risk?focused processes; optimizing resource planning; and shaping integration outcomes early in the deal cycle. As a senior leader within the Specialty Compliance team, the Director will guide the evolution of CBRE's M&A playbooks, dashboards, integration models, and post-acquisition remediation strategies to deliver consistent, efficient, and scalable compliance integration across global operations. They will collaborate closely with Corporate Development, Legal, Finance, HR, Operations, and Segment Compliance Officers to embed compliance early, accelerate integration readiness, and ensure a strong control environment for both new and historical acquisitions. You will also be responsible for building and hiring additional team capabilities, ensuring the function remains scalable and globally consistent. Reporting to the Vice President, Specialty Compliance, this role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise?level M&A outcomes, strengthen compliance governance across high?growth business lines, and contribute to CBRE's global success in real estate, facilities management, and project management services. If you are a strategic thinker and team builder passionate about transforming complex M&A processes into streamlined, scalable frameworks, we invite you to apply.What You'll DoLead end?to?end compliance due diligence and integration risk assessments across the M&A lifecycle by identifying key risks, assessing deal complexity, and recommending mitigation strategies aligned with CBRE's Compliance M&A Framework.Develop and execute comprehensive integration plans that align acquired entities with CBRE's global compliance framework, policies, procedures, and expectations.Oversee harmonization of compliance frameworks, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations (e.g., anti-corruption, antitrust, trade compliance, data privacy, labor and employment).Partner with Legal, Finance, HR, and Operations to embed compliance into business processes and controls.Establish governance, reporting, and monitoring structures for acquired entities, including the development and use of dashboards, standardized readouts, and executive?level reporting.Serve as a senior advisor of the integration leadership team, providing guidance on compliance risks, prioritization, and resource needs throughout the deal cycle.Design and deliver training and communications to acquired employees to build a culture of compliance.Collaborate with Internal Audit to validate the effectiveness of integrated controls and compliance readiness post-close.Conduct Initial Risk Assessments and Risk Revalidations to inform diligence scope, resourcing, timing, and overall integration strategy.Ensure due diligence procedures include sampling and testing aligned with CBRE's E&C DD Playbook.Develop, forecast, and manage integration budgets, including coordination with Centers of Excellence, Senior Compliance Leadership, and internal stakeholders to ensure properly funded compliance integration activities.Oversee compliance in high?risk regulatory areas, including anti?bribery/anti?corruption (ABAC), AML, antitrust, data privacy, trade compliance, and modern slavery.Provide regular reports and updates to executive leadership and the Board of Directors on integration progress, risk exposure, and remediation efforts.Continuously improve Compliance M&A playbooks, tools, and processes, incorporating lessons learned, feedback loops, and annual reviews to promote global consistency, efficiency, and standardization.Lead integration gap assessments for historical acquisitions, developing remediation strategies, risk?based prioritization, and standardized action plans as needed.Hire, onboard, and develop new team members to expand the M&A compliance function, aligning with future business needs and growth.Provide coaching, mentorship, and direction to ensure the team operates with excellence, consistency, and a solutions-oriented mindset.Exercise sound judgment and understand the broader business impact of compliance decisions across CBRE and the Compliance Organization.Role?model CBRE RISE values through leadership, collaboration, and commitment to the highest standards of ethics and integrity.Perform other job-related duties as assigned.What You'll NeedBachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. institution; advanced degree such as an MBA or Juris Doctor (JD) strongly preferred.Minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience in compliance or internal audit, including 3+ years in a leadership role within a multinational organization.Proven experience implementing corporate compliance programs with significant exposure to M&A transactions.Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks, including anti?corruption, antitrust, data privacy, AML, employment law, and other key compliance domains relevant to cross?border acquisitions.Demonstrated expertise in change management, particularly in building or maturing compliance programs within newly acquired or rapidly evolving organizations.Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship?building skills, with the ability to partner effectively across Legal, Finance, HR, Operations, and business leadership.Experience developing and presenting training to business leaders.High integrity and commitment to ethical business practices.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrated capability leading cross?functional teams, managing multiple simultaneous projects, and driving strategic alignment across business units.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).Strong organizational skills, critical thinking abilities, and an inquisitive, solution?focused mindset.Why CBREWhen you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values respect, integrity, service and excellence and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.Our Values in HiringAt CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.DisclaimersApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.Applicant AI Use DisclosureWe value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.About CBRE Group, Inc.CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Director of Compliance M&A Integration position is $144,500 annually and the maximum salary for the Director of Compliance M&A Integration is $207,000 annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.Equal Employment Opportunity:CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.Candidate Accommodations:CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com